Stay with me in my traditional stone house in Vrboska, Croatia

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  Description

  Workaway opportunity on beautiful Hvar Island, Croatia
  
  
  I am looking for one friendly, reliable person or a couple to stay at my place in Vrboska on the island of Hvar and help out a little with daily life around the house and garden.
  
  
  My home is in a lovely, peaceful setting, close to the sea and surrounded by beautiful nature. This could suit someone who enjoys a calmer lifestyle, simple living, gardening, and spending time in a charming small town on a Croatian island.
  
  
  
  Help would mainly include things like:
  
  
  
  watering the garden
  light gardening and outdoor help
  occasional help around the house
  possibly some small DIY or practical help, depending on your skills
  
  
  
  
  I am looking for somebody kind, respectful, easy to be around, and comfortable with a peaceful home environment. I value clear communication, mutual respect, and people who are reasonably independent but also warm and helpful.
  
  
  
  In exchange, I can offer accommodation in a simple private space and the chance to enjoy island life in a very beautiful part of Croatia. This would suit somebody who appreciates nature, sea air, slower rhythms, and a more personal, home-based experience rather than a busy hostel atmosphere.
  
  
  
  I have a cat, so it would be best if you are comfortable around cats.
  
  
  
  I would especially welcome someone who genuinely likes the idea of being here, not just someone looking for free accommodation. For me, the right exchange is about mutual goodwill, ease, and a fair balance.
  
  
  
  Please write a little about yourself, your experience, how long you would like to stay, and why this place appeals to you.
  Update on accommodation
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  At the moment, the main house is most likely booked up, so the accommodation I may be able to offer is my small garden cabin.
  
  The cabin is very pretty and peaceful, set in the garden. It is simple and rustic, but comfortable, with a small cooker, fridge, access to an outdoor shower, and an eco toilet.
  
  This arrangement would probably suit one independent person best, ideally someone practical who is comfortable with a simple outdoor/garden lifestyle.
  
  In exchange, I would be looking for around 2 hours of help per day, mainly with watering and looking after the garden, and possibly some small DIY jobs if needed.
  
  This would suit someone calm, responsible, practical, and happy to spend time in a quiet garden setting.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Animal Care

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Pets

  

  Music

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Gardening

  

  Hitchhiking

  

  Animals

  

  Cycling

  

  Hiking

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Team sports

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Camping

  

  Winter sports

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Mountain

  

  Dancing

  

  Beach
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  You will be living in the beautiful little, authentic seaside village of Vrboska where you will be learning about the traditional way of life of a small Mediterrean village on Croatia’s premier island Hvar. You can enjoy its beautiful forest trails, beaches, local food and so much more

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  I would love to have a pair of extra hands to help me with general tasks around the house such as gardening, cleaning, small DIY projects, cooking, groceries shopping, sewing, etc.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Croatian: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  You will be staying a in a traditional Dalmatian stone house in the center of Vrboska, a small town between Jelsa & Starigrad. Only a minutes away from the Adriatic sea.

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  What else ...

  You can hike, take a bike or a public bus to explore the towns of Jelsa, Starigrad, Hvar or explore the many bays and beaches around the island, the hills and villages,… and learn about this unique Croatian island.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

  Blue (3 months)

  cute and independent little cat.

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